R&D Innovation Specialist - Formulation & Trials

SNDL Inc.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian liquor and cannabis company is seeking a Technical Innovation Specialist in Kelowna to support R&D projects across product formulation and development. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, 3+ years of experience in R&D, and strong skills in project management and technical writing. Responsibilities include supporting new product development, conducting experiments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position aims to enhance product innovation and quality within the company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years R&D experience in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical or food & beverage industries preferred.
• Working knowledge of Health Canada Cannabis Regulations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with new product development for various formats including vapes and edibles.
• Perform experiments, document observations and summarize findings.
• Collaborate on SOPs and technical documents.

Skills

Recipe development

Sensory expertise

Analytical testing interpretation

Project management

Technical document writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in science or engineering

Job description

A leading Canadian liquor and cannabis company is seeking a Technical Innovation Specialist in Kelowna to support R&D projects across product formulation and development. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, 3+ years of experience in R&D, and strong skills in project management and technical writing. Responsibilities include supporting new product development, conducting experiments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position aims to enhance product innovation and quality within the company.